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Banana peels pile up by the dozens, especially if you love eating bananas! These peels decay and provide essential nutrients to plants. Though they can be beneficial, they may cause harm in certain circumstances. Learn whether banana peels are good for the garden and how to use them best alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
If you live in a climate that shifts from cool to warm quickly, you might have bolting basil every year. In this piece, master naturalist and seasoned gardener Sarah Jay gives you 7 tips for preventing basil from bolting.
Rhubarb is a low-maintenance perennial that rewards patience with years of delicious harvests. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares essential tips for growing thick, healthy rhubarb stalks that will transform your pies, jams, and other seasonal treats.
Sedges are like grasses, though they’re slightly different! The Pennsylvania sedge is a superb species that’s drought-tolerant, frost-hardy, and easy to care for. Whether you’re planting a native plant garden, a border, or a lawn, this grass-like plant is perfect for your home garden.
Compost converts old waste into a nutrient-rich soil amendment perfect for the home garden. If you made a pile months ago and wonder if you can use it this spring, these five expert tips from composter Jerad Bryant will help you sort it out.
Manure is often called gardening gold for good reason. But with so many types available, which one should you choose? Gardening expert Madison Moulton explores the benefits and drawbacks of different manures and helps you choose the right one for your garden.
The irreplaceable flavor of fresh basil makes it a must-have in summer gardens. However, overzealous gardeners often get a few things wrong when tending to this popular herb. Farmer Briana Yablonski shares some common basil mistakes to avoid this year.
'Siam Queen' Thai basil is wonderfully aromatic and has a delightfully spicy kick. If you want basil with a little something extra, it’s an excellent addition to your herb garden. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss discusses how to grow and care for this tasty herb.
Are you wondering how long you'll have to wait for your mango tree to produce sweet and delicious fruit? If you want to know how long it will take for your tree to grow, we have the info you're looking for. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to talk about how fast mango trees grow.
Petunias are typically considered sun-loving plants, but with the right techniques, you can grow these versatile flowers in shadier spots. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares 5 essential tips for coaxing spectacular blooms from petunias planted in less-than-ideal light conditions.
While basil is one of the easiest summer herbs to grow, it's not immune to common problems. If your basil is dying, you don’t have a black thumb; it likely needs a shift in cultural conditions or may be a victim of pests or diseases. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines top basil problems to watch for and fixes if they crop up.
Basil and rosemary bring the fresh, herby flavor of summer. They also add a wonderful aroma to the garden and carry beneficial qualities for surrounding plants. But while they pair together in the kitchen, they aren’t a set match in the landscape. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores growing the duo together and their better pairings.